Question

How did Abraham Lincoln's reelection affect the South?


It gave Confederates hope of a reconciliation.

It led to the surrender and burning of Atlanta.

It destroyed Confederate hope for negotiated peace.

It led some southern states to rejoin the Union.

Answer 1

Abraham Lincoln's reelection in 1864 had a significant impact on the South, primarily in that it destroyed Confederate hope for a negotiated peace. Lincoln's victory signified strong support for the continuation of the Union war effort against the Confederacy, which meant that the fight would remain steadfast rather than yielding to potential negotiations. The election results bolstered Northern resolve to continue the war, leading to increased pressure on the Confederacy and contributing to its eventual defeat. The other options do not accurately reflect the consequences of Lincoln's reelection in the context of the Civil War.